# Remote for Samsung vs Connect TV Remote

The clearest difference is monetization model: Remote for Samsung at free with in-app purchases against Connect TV Remote's subscription. Remote for Samsung also leads on review sentiment (36% vs 9%) and ratings volume (59K vs 2.3K). Connect TV Remote's advantage is chart position (#145 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote for Samsung sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Connect TV Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Remote for Samsung against 4.6 for Connect TV Remote. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for Samsung has 59K ratings behind it against 2.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 36% of Remote for Samsung's written reviews are positive against 9% of Connect TV Remote's.

Remote for Samsung ships an update every 3 weeks, Connect TV Remote monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote for Samsung | Connect TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (59K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-samsung/id1455009028/reviews)** | [4.6 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-tv-remote/id6474351038/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **59K** | 2.3K |
| Positive reviews | **35.6% of reviews** | 8.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#145** |
| Size | 90 MB | 186 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oz Shabbatth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451079365) | [East End Technologies Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1627256488) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote for Samsung

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-samsung/id1455009028)

Control your Samsung TV with your phone. Features a fast touchpad and keyboard for easy navigation and control. Your last used remote is saved for quick access.

**Highlights:** Save last remote for quick access, Fast touchpad control, Integrated keyboard, Easy-to-use interface, Amazing design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Seamless TV control
- 💡 Customizable toolbar
- 💰 Affordable one-time fee for ad removal

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent reconnection issues
- 🕰️ Outdated design
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🔌 Requires TV remote for initial setup

**Reported bugs**

- Up/down/left/right buttons not working consistently
- Keyboard function not working as expected
- App losing connection when phone goes to sleep

**Requested features**

- Volume control buttons
- Ability to switch remote type after initial setup
- Automatic reconnection without user intervention


### Connect TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-tv-remote/id6474351038)

**Currently charting:** #145 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Control all your smart TVs from your phone with this universal remote app. It connects via Wi-Fi and offers features like streaming shortcuts and custom layouts.

**Highlights:** Universal smart TV control, Wi-Fi connectivity, Streaming app shortcuts, Customizable remote layouts, Touch navigation, Multi-brand support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All Features | $8.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $9.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock all features | $11.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All Features | $14.95 | per month |
| Unlock all features | $14.95 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All Features | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Amazing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Did not work
- 🚫 Terrible
- 🚫 No Switching Back & Forth
- 🚫 Free trial is a lie
- 🚫 Scam

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote for Samsung free?

Remote for Samsung is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Connect TV Remote free?

Connect TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote for Samsung or Connect TV Remote?

Remote for Samsung is rated higher. Remote for Samsung averages 4.6 out of 5 from 59K ratings, while Connect TV Remote averages 4.6 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do Remote for Samsung or Connect TV Remote have ads?

Neither Remote for Samsung nor Connect TV Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Remote for Samsung or Connect TV Remote?

Remote for Samsung ships an update every 3 weeks, and Connect TV Remote monthly. Most recently, Remote for Samsung was updated on November 7, 2026 and Connect TV Remote on November 8, 2026.

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